Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $1,973 per week in Lafayette, IN

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Lafayette, IN Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $1,973 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 4/7/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Lafayette, Indiana, 47905! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 12 Hours Experience: Minimum of 18 months preferred. License: Must have state license in hand prior to start. Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required. Must-Have: Solid neuro experience. Experience in mixed acuity units with medical surgical and progressive levels of care. Description: Seeking a Registered Nurse for a dynamic mixed acuity unit. This unit provides care for medical patients with some progressive care level of care patients. Areas of care include oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary. The nurse-patient ratio for medical-surgical patients is 1:5-6, and for progressive care patients, it is 1:3-4. Required skills include management of cardiac drips, administration of chemotherapy, and monitoring unstable strokes. The ideal candidate will have experience with BiPAP and CPAP management. Nurses will be responsible for titrating cardiac and insulin drips. Responsibilities also include assessing and managing ports, administering blood products, and starting and maintaining IVs. Floating within the facility or to nearby affiliate hospitals may be required. This role involves interdisciplinary collaboration with physical therapy, respiratory services, social services, and pharmacy. Candidates should demonstrate advanced skills in interpreting and managing dysrhythmias. Travelers may be required to fulfill weekend coverage as needed. This position requires flexibility in scheduling and willingness to float to various departments. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Confront diverse medical cases that challenge and expand your skill set. Each assignment becomes a learning opportunity, contributing significantly to your professional growth and expertise. Different healthcare facilities may have varying levels of technological advancements. Working in diverse settings exposes you to a range of medical technologies, contributing to your technological literacy. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. With a constant demand for healthcare professionals, travel nurses often enjoy job security. The ongoing need for qualified nurses ensures a steady stream of opportunities in various locations. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29510259EXPTEMP

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